Oct 6 • Home Improvement • 619 Views • Comments Off on Roofing Your Home By Yourself Is Entirely Possible

People in need of a new roof will often look at an estimate from a contractor and throw their arms into the air in despair, not realizing that with the right information, roofing your home is easy and much more affordable than hiring a contractor, since all you need to pay for are the materials.

Materials are the first thing a potential roofer needs to look at since understanding the function of each piece of a roof is important when evaluating prices and quality. For the most part, homes today are made with asphalt shingles, a technology that has been developed over the centuries from the days of thatched roofs. When placed on a roof in the correct pattern, these shingles should be able to keep water from seeping through, even after years. There are also shingles that are more fire resistant than others, which may be a factor for those who live in areas where forest fires are a possibility.

These shingles are placed upon a truss that is designed to work within a very specific range of angles which is why you don’t often see shallowly pitched roofs or steeply pitched ones. Of course, most roofs also include areas where different sections interact at different elevations and angles. It is important, then, to understand how to properly seal these areas to make sure that even with the right shingles, no moisture is going to seep through.

There are also other areas of potential leakage, including areas where vents poke through the roof. One this idea is understood, a new roofer can examine what goes underneath the shingles. It is very common for shingles to be placed upon a metal roof trim which further helps protect the wood underneath the shingles from any water. Since any sort of iron-based metal will eventually rust from exposure to water, these are usually made from tin or aluminum, which may make a difference in price. Metal roof trim should be accompanied by various kinds of edging and other protective designs in order to keep water out.

As you can see, there are some points to have in mind like:

– Think about your safety first.

– Review Material you need.

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Once you have taken the time to learn more about what goes into a roof, it is possible to replace the roof on your home without breaking the bank. With the money saved, it is possible to enhance your roof even further with solar panels or other things that can add to a home’s attractiveness, functionality, and resale value.